Our Management Team
Michelle Bennett
DIRECTOR
Michelle is dedicated to creating a nurturing and secure environment where every child can thrive. As Centre Director, she prioritises building strong relationships with children and their families, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for learning and growth.
With a background in early childhood education, Michelle brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to high-quality care and education. Her leadership fosters a collaborative and dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional outcomes for all children at Junee Kids.
Outside of her professional role, Michelle is an avid equestrian and water sports enthusiast. These pursuits reflect her dedication and passion in all aspects of life. Her well-rounded interests contribute to her holistic approach to early childhood education.
Lauren Nicoll
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
A long term resident of Junee, Lauren has been working in the early childhood sector for 14 years.
Through her career, she has educated and cared for children of all ages. And she prides herself on building meaningful relationships with both children and their families.
Lauren holds a Diploma of Children’s Services and enjoys working as part of a team to inspire and educate children to be their best selves.
When away from work, Lauren spends time with her children, family and friends, which often involves camping or water skiing… ideally with a nice cheese and dip platter.
Eliza Turton
ROOM LEADER AND EVENT PLANNER
Eliza has spent her entire life in Junee and has been dedicated to the child care industry for over 4 years. She holds a diploma in Early Childhood Education.
When she’s not at work, you can find Eliza indulging in her favourite activities: shopping, savouring Italian cuisine, getting her nails done, and spending quality time with her partner in Griffith.
Eliza’s Philosophy
Eliza believes that every child is a unique individual who learns at their own pace. As an educator, she is committed to valuing and nurturing each child’s strengths, interests, skills, and knowledge to enhance their learning journey. She firmly believes that children learn best through play and strives to provide a variety of learning opportunities for them to explore. Eliza is dedicated to ensuring that children are respected, cared for, and have their needs met in a safe and happy environment every day.
Amelia Todoroski
EDUCATIONAL LEADER
Originally from Sydney, Amelia recently moved to Junee for her partner’s job. She brings with her 6 years of experience in the childcare industry.
In her spare time, you can find Amelia enjoying walking her dog, playing tennis (or swimming), and going on day-trips to new towns.
Amelia's Philosophy
Amelia believes that every child is unique and should be cared for according to their individual needs. She values and develops each child’s strengths, skills, and knowledge to extend their learning. Amelia encourages children to explore a variety of outcomes themselves, particularly through sensory experiences like touch. She thrives on providing a supportive, positive, and meaningful space for children to engage in.
Watching children grow and learn new things is what motivates Amelia to come to work every day and do her best.